1993 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 16 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 292 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
