1990 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 324 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80, 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 80 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
