1984 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
