1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3075 mm |
