1988 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Titan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3560 mm |