1998 Ford Contour vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 30 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour 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, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Contour | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
