1984 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 590 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 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2001 Porsche 911 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. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Montego | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |