1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 42 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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 (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
