1986 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1233 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Ram |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3580 mm |
