1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1374 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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Monaro | Savana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |
