1984 Austin Montego vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 895 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 1970 Chrysler Newport 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 1970 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Montego | Newport |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
