1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 17 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 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (113 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 395 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Monaro | Samara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
