1991 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (149 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 350 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
