1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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. Both 1987 Chevrolet Corvette and 1971 Holden Monaro are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 48 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 (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Monaro |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |