1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 200 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, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Prelude |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |