1987 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 24 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
