1993 Austin Montego vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Austin Montego (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
