2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1984 Austin Montego

To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 23 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1185 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 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi Q7 1984 Austin Montego
Make Audi Austin
Model Q7 Montego
Year Released 2007 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3598 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 225 km/hour 166 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2205 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2580 mm