1974 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Monaro | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Previa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
