1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 36 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
