1985 Austin Montego vs. 1978 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chrysler Valiant 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 1978 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1978 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Montego | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
