1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 304 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Monaro | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
