1985 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 550 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.
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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Montego | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
