1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 30 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monaro | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
