1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 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 157 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | 626 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
