1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 212 kg more than 2002 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Jensen | Holden |
| Model | Interceptor | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
