1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 33 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda Montrose | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Montrose | i20 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17:01 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2525 mm |