1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 41 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 53 more horse power than 2010 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 82 kg more than 2010 Acura CSX. 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, 2010 Acura CSX, 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | Monaro | CSX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
