2001 Holden UTE vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 475 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | UTE | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
