1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 43 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 299 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3246 mm |