1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1970 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 TVR Vixen. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 577 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen. 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Monaro | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
