1994 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1994 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1994 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
