1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 19 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaro | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
