1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1981 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1333 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
