2009 Audi R8 vs. 1992 Austin Montego
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1992 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Austin 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1992 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | R8 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
