1993 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 225 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
