1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 453 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Torana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
