1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Explorer | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
