1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 37 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | MR2 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |