1984 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 800 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 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montego | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
