1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
