1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, both 1969 Dodge Challenger and 1969 Holden Monaro were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 485 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Challenger | Monaro |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 545 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |