1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, 1986 Lada Samara is newer by 15 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Monaro | Samara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
