1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 24 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) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | S-10 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
