1985 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1985 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |