1989 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 18 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Caddy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |