1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 168 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 57 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaro | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
