1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 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 24 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 170 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Holden Monaro | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Monaro | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2712 mm |