1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 35 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 47 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Holden | Xedos |
| Model | Monaro | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
