1994 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1387 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 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Montego | Ram |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 129 L |
