1988 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 19 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 142 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego.
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, 2007 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Note |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 46 L |