1985 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 1992 Toyota Century is newer by 7 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 690 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.
Because 1992 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 1992 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1992 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
