2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Airflite | Montego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
