1989 Austin Montego vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Austin Montego is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
