1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 96 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Monaro | Prowler |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |