1980 Ford Capri vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1980 Ford Capri 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 399 kg more than 1980 Ford Capri. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Capri | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
