1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 240 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Monaro | Clio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
