1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Monaro | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
