2002 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Austin Montego
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1986 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
