2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 509 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 (356 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | SRX | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
