1986 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 922 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego. 2008 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1986 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1986 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Montego | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Navara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |