1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 205 kg more than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Holden | Venturi |
Model | Monaro | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |