1991 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 285 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Solara |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |