1973 Holden Monaro vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 432 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Monaro | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Monaro | 616 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |