1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaro | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
