1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX 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 (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | S-MX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |