1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | RX 4 Coupe | Monaro |
Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |