1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 29 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 213 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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaro | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
