1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 720 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 Honda Pilot, 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.

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