1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
