1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 20 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Monaro | 100 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
