1984 Austin Montego vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 616 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
