1984 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 335 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
