1989 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 13 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 840 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Montego | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |