1993 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
