1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 27 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, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 385 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.
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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Monaro | 960 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |