1992 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (234 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
