2000 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 16 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
