1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1351 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.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | NV |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3711 mm |
