1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
