1984 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 12 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Polo |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |