1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Monaro | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
