1991 Austin Montego vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 Austin Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Corona |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |