1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1998 Honda NSX

To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 27 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, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 10 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.

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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Holden Monaro 1998 Honda NSX
Make Holden Honda
Model Monaro NSX
Year Released 1971 1998
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4141 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 182 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7100 RPM
Torque 356 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2540 mm