1994 Austin Montego vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1994 Austin Montego is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Austin Montego weights approximately 455 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
