1984 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 325 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
