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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 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 510 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1598 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |