1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 37 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 132 kg more than 1973 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Monaro | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2728 mm |
