1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 28 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 353 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 GMC Terrain, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Monaro | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2857 mm |
