1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 35 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro.
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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Monaro | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
