1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 661 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2005 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Lotec |
| Model | Monaro | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
