1990 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1990 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1990 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Montego | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
