1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 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 158 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. 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 (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Carina |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |