1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 40 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.

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