1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 624 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
