1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 23 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 888 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2007 Nissan Navara. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Navara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
