1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 24 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |