1985 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1427 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 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Ram |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4080 mm |
