1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 7 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
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 Saab 9000, 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Monaro | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
