2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Tahoe | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
