1986 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 302 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | GTI |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
