1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Monaro | Korando |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
