1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 36 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 294 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 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
