1985 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 730 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
