1984 Austin Montego vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1983 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
