1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
