1986 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | 996 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
