1980 Audi Sport vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 315 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Sport | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
