1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 33 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 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora 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. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Monaro | Aurora |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5024 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |