1994 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 11 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 227 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | GTI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
