1990 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 21 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin 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, 2011 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Matrix |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |