1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 32 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | FXS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
