1988 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 14 kg more than 1988 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, 1994 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
