1974 Holden Monaro vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Buick Century is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Holden Monaro.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Monaro | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Monaro | Century |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2832 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |