2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 549 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 1971 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Freestar | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
