1984 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 15 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 946 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Montego | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
