1985 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 363 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
