2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 41 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Avalanche | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |