2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 20 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 831 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.
Because 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Vanquish | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
