1989 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 93 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
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, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Montego | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
