1989 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Chrysler TC
To start off, both 1989 Austin Montego and 1989 Chrysler TC were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler TC (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler TC weights approximately 364 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.
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, 1989 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1989 Chrysler TC | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | Montego | TC |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |