1989 Austin Montego vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 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, 1981 Nissan Stanza (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 1981 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 1989 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
