1991 Austin Montego vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1991 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 965 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2980 mm |
