1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 43 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 185 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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | CR-V |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |