1984 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 27 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Montego | R8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
