1984 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 935 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 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2012 Audi S5 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. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Austin Montego | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Montego | S5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |