1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 348 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Mazda Montrose 2007 Toyota Avensis
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Montrose Avensis
Year Released 1979 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1586 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1068 kg 1416 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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