1985 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego.
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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Yaris |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |