1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 1993 Mazda Lantis is newer by 25 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Monaro | Lantis |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |