1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 35 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 194 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Holden | Daewoo |
| Model | Monaro | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
