1989 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 20 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 114 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, 1989 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Polo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |