2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 36 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 696 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Land Rover | Holden |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Monaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |