1988 Austin Montego vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 251 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
