1990 Austin Montego vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chrysler Charger 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 1971 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Montego | Charger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
