2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 27 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 607 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.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda Montrose. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | Montrose |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
