1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1975 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | 929 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
