1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
