1974 Holden Monaro vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Monaro | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Accord |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |