1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (113 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1040 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Monaro | Patrol |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2637 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2980 mm |