1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. 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, 2008 Honda Pilot, 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Pilot |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |