1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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 (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda Montrose | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Montrose | Yaris |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |