1989 Austin Montego vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter 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 Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
