1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Falcon | Monaro |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |