1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 33 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 341 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. 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, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Previa |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |