1994 Austin Montego vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1994 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Austin Montego | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |