1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 445 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (251 Nm @ 190 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 190 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |