1988 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 604 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.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 2000 Audi A6 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. 2000 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Montego | A6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
