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 (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM). 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 | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |