1984 Austin Montego vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 1995 Toyota MRJ is newer by 11 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 528 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 1995 Toyota MRJ. 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | MRJ |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |