1989 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
