1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 25 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 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 230 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.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Beijing | Holden |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
