2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
