1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 514 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 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2007 Volvo V50 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. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | V50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
