1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 38 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
