1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Chevelle | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
