1974 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Monaro | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Monaro | Forester |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2832 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2616 mm |