2006 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 35 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
