1994 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 400 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 2003 Toyota Crown 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 2003 Toyota Crown. 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1994 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1994 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Crown |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 71 L |
