1984 Austin Montego vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
