1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 322 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 1968 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4935 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2799 mm |