1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 41 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 39 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaro | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
