1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 2004 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 911 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Porsche | Holden |
Model | 911 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |