1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 173 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Monaro | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
