1974 Holden Monaro vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 19 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 30 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Monaro | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Monaro | 200 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
