1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 28 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Holden Monaro | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Caldina |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |