1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 482 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.
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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Monaro | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
