1985 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 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 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 426 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 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2009 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4806 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
