1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 217 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Monaro | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
