1994 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2000 Nissan Stagea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Stagea 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 Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego. 2000 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1994 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1994 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Austin Montego | 2000 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Stagea |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |