1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 34 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 166 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Monaro | IS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
