1984 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen T5 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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 Volkswagen T5 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2008 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | T5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
