1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP) has 301 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 683 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Talbot Lago America | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Talbot | Vauxhall |
Model | Lago America | Monaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 382 HP |
Torque | 192 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |