2006 Audi TT vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Rover 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, 2006 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | TT | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
