1986 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 332 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Armada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
