1988 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Austin Montego
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1989 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
