2005 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Austin Montego
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1989 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S4 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
