1991 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 17 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. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1991 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1895 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 | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
