1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 372 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Monaro | Sportage |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |