1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 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 170 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 47 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
