1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 552 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Luce | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
