2009 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 414 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.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
