1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 32 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 782 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 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda Montrose. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Montrose | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Montrose | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
