1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 38 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
