1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 770 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Holden | Chrysler |
Model | Monaro | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |