1984 Austin Montego vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 323 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
