1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro.
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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaro | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
