2005 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Austin Montego
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Audi A4 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1993 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
