1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 380 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Caprice | Monaro |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |