1989 Holden Commodore vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 19 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Holden Commodore. 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
