1986 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 24 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), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 222 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 196 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 | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
