1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 36 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 115 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Avensis |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |