1987 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego. 2001 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1987 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1987 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2001 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
