1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 26 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400.
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, 1995 Rover 400, 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Holden | Rover |
Model | Monaro | 400 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |