1985 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 22 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 729 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Montego | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
