1984 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 381 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 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Bora |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |