1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Holden | Tata |
Model | Monaro | Safari |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |