1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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 Venza, 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Venza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
