1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 33 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
