1973 Holden Monaro vs. 1988 Mazda 626
To start off, 1988 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 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 27 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 222 kg more than 1988 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 1988 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
