1989 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 23 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 685 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 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | Montego | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2901 mm |
