1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 42 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 340 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monaro | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
