2007 Volvo XC90 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (271 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 798 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo XC90 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Volvo | Holden |
| Model | XC90 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4414 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2188 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
