1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 33 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 1969 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Monaro | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
