1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 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 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Monaro | 420 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |