1994 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 19 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 605 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Venza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 67 L |
