1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1175 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4326 mm |
