1987 Austin Montego vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,705 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Corona |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |