1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 23 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 955 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | Super 7 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
