1985 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Montego | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
