1986 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 220 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 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3710 mm |
