1986 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 25 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 680 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego. 2011 Toyota Highlander 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. 2011 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
