2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 314 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
