1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 40 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 324 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3250 mm |
