1989 Austin Montego vs. 1998 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 146 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 1998 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | Montego | Nubira |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |