1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1243 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Monaro | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |
