1989 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 140 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.
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 (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius. 2006 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1989 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Prius |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
