1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | AMC | Holden |
Model | Gremlin | Monaro |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |