1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 20 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Lada Samara, 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Monaro | Samara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
