1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 732 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
