2008 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Monaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |