1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 37 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |