1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1996 Proton Tiara 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton Tiara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1996 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Holden | Proton |
| Model | Monaro | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
