1995 Lexus GS vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 754 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus GS | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | GS | Montrose |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
