1984 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 971 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2995 cc |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2015 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |