1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 33 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 565 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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 Grand Caravan, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Monaro | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |
