1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 19 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Monaro | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
