1986 Bitter SC vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Bitter | Holden |
Model | SC | Monaro |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |