1989 Austin Montego vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |