1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. 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 140 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaro | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
