1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 437 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Monaro | Charger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3053 mm |
