1979 Holden GTS vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | GTS | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
