1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 30 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 172 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia, 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 (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Monaro | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
