1988 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 18 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, 1988 Austin Montego (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | 1400 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1397 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |