1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 28 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 220 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
