1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mazda 3, 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | 3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
