1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 32 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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, 2002 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Monaro | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
