1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 40 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
