1987 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
