1984 Austin Montego vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 410 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 1968 Dodge Coronet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2980 mm |
