2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1974 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Charger | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |