1988 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 23 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 621 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 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | GT-R |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2779 mm |