1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Holden Monaro

To start off, both 1968 Ford Mustang and 1968 Holden Monaro were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 295 kg more than 1968 Ford Mustang.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ford Mustang 1968 Holden Monaro
Make Ford Holden
Model Mustang Monaro
Year Released 1968 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4733 cc 5024 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2830 mm


 

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