1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 40 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Evanda (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 207 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.
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, 2008 Daewoo Evanda, 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Evanda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2008 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Holden | Daewoo |
| Model | Monaro | Evanda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
