1991 Austin Montego vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1991 Austin Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Austin Montego weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
