1984 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 12 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 1,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 394 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Cresta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |