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You are definitely asking the right questions.
However, you have changed from your original question and the topic of this thread.

Many members have not ridden in both models so you might not get too many responses.
Do you have the opportunity to test ride in both models?

I have been in a Montauk 170 but not on the water.
However, I did own a newer Accutrack hull Outrage 17' and can tell you it does ride better then many of the classic hulls.

I see some test rides in your future.