1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina is newer by 30 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 99 kg more than 2003 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1973 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 1973 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina, 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Monaro | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Caldina |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |