1984 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 514 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
