1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 32 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 67 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Monaro | Musso |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
