1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro. 1968 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
