1969 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 32 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 597 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Monaro |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |