1985 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 555 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
