1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. 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, 2002 Nissan Primera, 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2002 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Primera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
