1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 28 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Today |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |