1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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 83 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 33 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, 2004 Opel Zafira, 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Monaro | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
