1992 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Austin Montego | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Solara |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 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 |