1984 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 130 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 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Venturi |
| Model | Montego | 400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
