1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 495 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
