2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 965 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
