1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
