1989 Austin Montego vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 267 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Montego | Dart |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |