1994 Holden Commodore vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore. 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 (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Commodore | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
