2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 781 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.
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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Envoy | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2830 mm |
