1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 85 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
