1984 Austin Montego vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 428 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
