1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 251 kg more than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Because 1973 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 1973 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Monaro | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
