1986 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Montego | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |