1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 128 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
