1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 18 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 391 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Monaro | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
