1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 382 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Monaco | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
