1984 Austin Montego vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 57 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
