1974 Holden Monaro vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1974 Holden Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 310 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
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, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph TR5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph TR5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Monaro | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Monaro | TR5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
