1984 Austin Montego vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Mazda 323 (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 323 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
