1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 30 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro.
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, 2000 Nissan Primera, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Primera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
