1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Montrose | 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Mazda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Montrose | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
