1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 936 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
