1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Austin Montego

To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Austin Montego were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Audi 100 1985 Austin Montego
Make Audi Austin
Model 100 Montego
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1986 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2580 mm


 

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