1994 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 132 L |
