1984 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 23 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 538 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
