1985 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 919 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Montego | CL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
