1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 44 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Monaro | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
