1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 295 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, 2013 Kia Sorento, 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| 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 | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
