1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 37 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Monaro | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |