1984 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 18 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1450 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 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Austin Montego | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Austin | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Montego | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3360 mm |