1993 Austin Montego vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego.
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, 1993 Austin Montego (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
