1998 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
