1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 89 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 90 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 1971 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Accord |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2725 mm |