1984 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1405 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2855 mm |
