2000 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Austin Montego

To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego.

Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A4 1990 Austin Montego
Make Audi Austin
Model A4 Montego
Year Released 2000 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 234 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2580 mm


 

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