1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 32 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaro | Touran |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
