1989 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |