2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 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 23 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 82 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mondeo | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
