1989 Toyota Model F vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Model F | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Toyota | Holden |
Model | Model F | Monaro |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |