1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1968 Saab Sonett
To start off, both 1968 Holden Monaro and 1968 Saab Sonett were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab Sonett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1968 Saab Sonett | |
Make | Holden | Saab |
Model | Monaro | Sonett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2160 mm |