1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 929 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
