1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
