2003 Holden Monaro vs. 1986 Honda Integra
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 582 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra, 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Monaro | 1986 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Integra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
