1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 31 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 84 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 2002 Toyota Mega 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, 2002 Toyota Mega 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3400 mm |
