2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 34 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 91 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 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 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Econovan | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1460 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 |
