1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Monaro | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
