1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 1994 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1994 Skoda Felicia is newer by 15 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 8 more horse power than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1994 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1994 Skoda Felicia, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Montrose | 1994 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Montrose | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
