2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
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, 2005 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Rodeo | 914 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2460 mm |
