1998 Peugeot Partner vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1998 Peugeot Partner 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 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Partner. 1968 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot Partner | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Peugeot | Holden |
| Model | Partner | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
