1989 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 379 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, 2013 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
