1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 38 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 554 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 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Monaro | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1949 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
