1970 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 499 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Monaro |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |