1984 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1476 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 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |