1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (116 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Monaro | 109 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 228 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |