1987 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Murano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
