1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 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 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Because 1970 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | 6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2789 mm |
