1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 591 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Monaro | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
