1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 41 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 559 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 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, 2012 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Sienna |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |