1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
