1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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 (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Monaro | Antara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
