1991 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. Both 1991 Austin Montego and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Austin Montego weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
