1968 Rover 2000 vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 272 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. 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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Rover 2000 | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Rover | Holden |
| Model | 2000 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
