1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 38 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1971 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
