1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 33 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, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2004 Infiniti I, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Monaro | I |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
