1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3710 mm |
