1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 23 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Monaro | Defender |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
