1996 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro

To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. (328 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 1 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
Make Lotec Vauxhall
Model Testa de Oro Monaro
Year Released 1996 2003
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 5665 cc
Horse Power 741 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1655 kg


 

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