1989 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 635 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 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Ram |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
