1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 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) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
