2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 39 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 104 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
