1984 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 381 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 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
