1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 970 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | Chante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
