1989 Rover Montego vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 65 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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Montego | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
