1989 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 21 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1989 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
