1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 207 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.
Because 1971 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Accord |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |