1984 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 25 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1366 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 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 381 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 | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
