1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 14 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Because 1970 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Monaro | Thema |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
