1987 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego.
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, 1987 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Corolla |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |