1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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 (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
