1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 42 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Monaro | Frontier |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |