1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
