1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 161 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.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Monaro | Maxima |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5024 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |