1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 4 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1999 Honda Civic, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |