1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 16 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Monaro | 25 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
