1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 392 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Monaro | V70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
