1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 205 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo, 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monaro | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
