1984 Austin Montego vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 10 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1994 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | Montego | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
