1989 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 660 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |