1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1141 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Armada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3129 mm |
