1986 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 17 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 474 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 2003 Toyota Crown 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 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1986 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1986 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Crown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
