1984 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 27 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2011 Toyota Venza 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Venza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
