2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 33 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 5 kg more 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Econovan | Monaro |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |