1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 172 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 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaro | Touran |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
