1974 Holden Monaro vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 7 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 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 326 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Monaro | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Monaro | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
