1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 72 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
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 Nissan Cube, 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Cube |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
