1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 59 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 239 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
