1990 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Neon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 30 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.
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, 2001 Chrysler Neon (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2001 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Montego | Neon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
