1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1973 Triumph Toledo is newer by 2 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 495 kg more than 1973 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Monaro | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
