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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 156 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 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 | 3949 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
