1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
