1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 37 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, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE weights approximately 40 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2005 Holden UTE | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Monaro | UTE |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5024 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |