1976 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 765 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Vauxhall 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 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Accord | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Monaro |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |