1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 545 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Monaro | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
