1984 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |