1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Guara | Monaro |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |