1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Guara | Monaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |