1987 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 900 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
