1973 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 109 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Monaro | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | MR2 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |