1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 42 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 785 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
