1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 39 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Monaro | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
