1984 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 426 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Montego | B |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |