1985 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 28 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1204 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 2013 Nissan Titan 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 2013 Nissan Titan. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Titan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3550 mm |
