1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 26 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaro | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
