1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 38 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 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | MR2 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5024 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |