1984 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 800 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 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
