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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 47 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 2965 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 181 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 262 Nm
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1507 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2680 mm


 

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