1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 32 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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 (246 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Monaro | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
