1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 30 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Monaro | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
