1988 Austin Montego vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
