1988 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 25 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 323 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.
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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | DART |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2703 mm |
