1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 28 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Avensis |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |