1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1970 Holden Monaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaro | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
