1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Monaro | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
