1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 1968 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 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
