1988 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 20 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), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 456 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |