1984 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1440 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 Q7 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 Q7 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2010 Audi Q7 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. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Montego | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3002 mm |
