1989 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
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 Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Gol |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |