1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 37 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Monaro | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Monaro | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3240 mm |