1984 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2009 Nissan Tiida 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 240 kg more 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2009 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
