2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Nitro | Monaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |