1985 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 744 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Montego | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3190 mm |
