1994 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 7 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 700 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.
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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
