1989 Rover Montego vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 39 kg more than 1989 Rover 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 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Montego | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
