2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1900 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 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
