1984 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 626 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
