1984 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1430 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.
Because 1998 Bentley Azure 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 1998 Bentley Azure. 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1998 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Montego | Azure |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
