1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 39 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), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 419 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| 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 | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2797 mm |
