1992 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Viper 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 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Viper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
