1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | 929 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
