1985 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 20 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 30 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.
Because 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Austin | Morgan |
| Model | Montego | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
