1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 19 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 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Sierra | Monaro |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |