1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 17 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | 929 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
