1988 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 213 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 2009 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Altima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
