1984 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 350 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Montego | Toledo |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |