1984 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 28 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego. 2012 Infiniti FX 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. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | Montego | FX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2885 mm |
