1969 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1972 Holden Monaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 296 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Monaro |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |