1987 Austin Montego vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | Familia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
