1985 Austin Montego vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Toyota Carina is newer by 5 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina.
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, 1990 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |