1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 785 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 S4 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 S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Audi S4 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Montego | S4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |