1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 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 (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Monaro | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 920 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 |
