1991 Austin Montego vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1991 Austin Montego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 849 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Plymouth Fury 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 1967 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego. 1967 Plymouth Fury has automatic transmission and 1991 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1991 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Plymouth Fury will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 1967 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | Montego | Fury |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 577 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |