1984 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Citroen C6
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 24 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 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 851 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, 2008 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2008 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | C6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
