1988 Austin Montego vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Nissan Laurel 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 1992 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Laurel |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |