1991 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 986 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.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | Montego | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3078 mm |