1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 189 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 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Monaro | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |