1969 Holden Brougham vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Brougham | Levante |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
