1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro.
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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Avanti | Holden |
Model | Avanti | Monaro |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2800 mm |