1991 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 20 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 142 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 1971 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Bandeirante | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
