1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
