1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 46 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
