1994 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 1994 Austin Montego and 1994 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.

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, 1994 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Austin Montego 1994 Volkswagen Polo
Make Austin Volkswagen
Model Montego Polo
Year Released 1994 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 45 L


 

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