1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 676 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
