1989 Rover 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 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, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Rover 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, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Rover 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 Rover Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Rover 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 Rover Montego | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Prius |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 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 |
