1996 Renault 19 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | 19 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
