1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 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 11 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Monaro | Korando |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |