1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1974 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1974 Holden Monaro | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Guara | Monaro |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |