1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 58 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monaro | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
