1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 25 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 620 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro. 1994 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Typhoon | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
