1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 17 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 275 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden 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 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Allante | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
