2009 Audi R8 vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 20 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Rover Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | R8 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
