1985 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Camry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
