1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (113 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Monaro | 928 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
