1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1987 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1987 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Because 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1987 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
