1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 17 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 141 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 665 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Monaro | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
