1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 19 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 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monaro | Galant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
