1991 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 725 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 2000 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
