1989 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 12 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. Both 1989 Austin Montego and 2001 Daewoo Nubira are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Nubira (108 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 110 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, 2001 Daewoo Nubira (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Montego | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
