1984 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 392 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
