1990 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Montego | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |