1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 21 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Monaro | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
