1984 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1994 Dodge Caravan is newer by 10 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 361 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1994 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
