1994 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 772 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 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
