1986 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Austin Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Montego weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
