1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 265 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. 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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | 323 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
