1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 25 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
