1988 Austin Montego vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
