1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Monaro | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
