1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 38 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, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Monaro | A5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
