1988 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 414 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
