1989 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 135 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.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva 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, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Montego | Niva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
