1973 Holden Monaro vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 25 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, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 319 kg more than 1998 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Monaro | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Monaro | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |