1974 Holden Monaro vs. 2000 Mazda 121
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 121, 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, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Monaro | 2000 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | 121 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
