1990 Austin Montego vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Armada |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5555 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |