1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 505 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 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monaro | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
