1984 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 26 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 740 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Montego | A5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
