1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 42 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 204 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 2010 Ford Ranger 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, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Monaro | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3198 mm |
