1988 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 474 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Montego | A4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2809 mm |
