1994 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 407 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Supra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
