1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 655 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mustang | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
