1989 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego.
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, 1994 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1258 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
