1984 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 306 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.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | Montego | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
