1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 487 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Centura | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Centura | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
