1989 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 656 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | Montego | Voyager |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |