1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 40 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 610 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 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Monaro | SRX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2807 mm |
