1992 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
