1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 1991 Honda NSX is newer by 22 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 15 more horse power than 1991 Honda NSX. (281 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1991 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | NSX |
Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |