1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 698 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 110 S | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5664 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
