1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 36 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. 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, 2006 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Monaro | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
