1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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 Holden Monaro (356 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
