1974 Holden Monaro vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 16 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 25 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Monaro | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Monaro | 309 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
