1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1995 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 24 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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Holden | Venturi |
Model | Monaro | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |