1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 36 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
