1984 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 19 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 588 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Condor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
