1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 31 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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, 2002 Mercury Sable, 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Monaro | Sable |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
