1986 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 850 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1986 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1986 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Ram |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3560 mm |
