1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 21 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 19 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | Monaro | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
