1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 615 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.
Because 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Monaro | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
