1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 22 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (113 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro. 1993 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Typhoon | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
