1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
