1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 1989 Mini MK V
To start off, 1989 Mini MK V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1989 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 438 kg more than 1989 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 1979 Mazda Montrose. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mini MK V, 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Montrose | 1989 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Montrose | MK V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
