2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 40 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Suburban | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |