1989 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 8 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 560 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, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Montego | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
