1974 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 29 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Monaro | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaro | GTO |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
