1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 95 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | NSX |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |