1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 957 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Montrose | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montrose | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
