1985 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego 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 2 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
