1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 701 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 Volkswagen Routan, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaro | Routan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2096 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 |
