1990 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 20 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 743 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 2010 Dodge 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 2010 Dodge 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1990 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1990 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Montego | Charger |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3048 mm |