1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio 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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Scorpio | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Scorpio | Monaro |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |