1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 900 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | Chante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
