1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 416 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.
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, 2010 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Monaro | IS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2731 mm |
