1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1303 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Monaro | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |
