1991 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 274 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3250 mm |
