1988 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 22 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 591 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
