1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 959 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Monaro | F-150 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3670 mm |