1993 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 216 kg more than 1993 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
