1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
