1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 44 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 44 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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, 2013 Dodge DART, 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Monaro | DART |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2703 mm |
