1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 26 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, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 1996 Honda CRX, 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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | CRX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
