1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 41 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1402 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Monaro | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3327 mm |
