1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Camaro | Monaro |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |