1998 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 152 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1973 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
