1993 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 465 kg more than 1993 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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Previa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
