1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1971 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
