1985 Austin Montego vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Montego (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
