1984 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 614 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 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | Montego | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
