1985 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 28 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1057 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Touareg |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2893 mm |