1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1972 Holden 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
