1994 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 12 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Austin Montego weights approximately 293 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | Citi |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |
