1985 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Nissan Leopard
To start off, both 1985 Austin Montego and 1985 Nissan Leopard were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Montego weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Nissan Leopard.
Because 1985 Nissan Leopard 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 1985 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 1985 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Leopard |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |