1973 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 26 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 226 kg more than 1973 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | Activehicle |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
