1992 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 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.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1992 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1992 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
