1988 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 424 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
