1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 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 51 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 124 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Honda Prelude, 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
