1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 36 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 952 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Monaro | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
