1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
