1992 Austin Montego vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 70 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, 1992 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
