1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 33 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 34 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
